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Language
English
Description
Examines the origin and geological evolution of the earth, focusing on the various cataclysmic transformations that occurred through time.
Publisher description: From a seething ocean of radioactive, molten rock to a refuge for life as we know it, Earth has undergone a staggering series of cataclysmic transformations in its long and epic history. Assailed relentlessly for millions of years by meteorites, our once toxic and hostile planet has been...
Series
Holiday lectures on science ; 2012
Publisher
Howard Hughes Medical institute
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Three leading researchers guide us on an exploration of the history of life on Earth and discuss present-day concerns about climate change.
Publisher
ScienceAndMath.com
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Learn fundamental principles of science. You'll learn about electricity, magnetism, heat, temperature, pressure, surface tension, buoyancy, and much more! For every demonstration, a complete materials list is given, and each experiment features multiple camera views so you can see exactly what happens. Most importantly, every concept is explained in a step-by-step fashion. You'll not only be amazed - you'll understand the science behind every experiment!...
6) The brain
Publisher
History Channel
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Scientists are only now beginning to understand the most complex machine in the known universe--the brain. Go on a voyage of discovery into the evolutionary history of our last biological frontier. From early civilizations' attempts at neurosurgery to today's robotic laser surgery, revolutionary new techniques are finally unlocking the story of the brain. As a result, we've learned more in the last five years than in the past 100.
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
"What is the force that puts the thrill in thrill rides? Gravity, of course! One of the biggest challenges for Imagineers in designing theme park attractions, like Disney's Rockin' Roller Coaster and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, is figuring out the best way to work with-and sometimes against-gravity's constant 1G force. Learn to define gravity and explain the relationship between gravity, mass, and distance. Apply an understanding of forces...
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
"What scientific principle is at work in every theme park ride the Imagineers create? It's Energy. The Imagineers reveal the role energy plays in popular theme park attractions such as Epcot's Test Track and the Mad Tea Party. Students will learn that energy is the ability to do work and that energy is constantly being transferred from one thing to another. They will also identify the difference between potential and kinetic energy and be able to...
Publisher
Questar
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Filmed in high definition, this groundbreaking series is captured in its entirely. Twenty-six programs cover the gamut from underwater to desert life, and demonstrate how important this resource is to life on Earth. This volume contains: Water's pulse; Uncertain water; Water's voices; Making of.
10) Electricity
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
Safety Smart Science with Bill Nye the Science Guy explores the science of safety by going behind the scenes at Underwriters Laboratories and discovering how products that use electricity are tested to keep us safe. Learn the shocking truth about conductors and insulators and why electricity can be dangerous if you become part of the circuit.
12) Our night sky
Publisher
The Teaching Company
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Presents 12 lectures (ca. 30 min. each) by Edward M. Murphy on astronomy.
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Explores the dangerous and destructive forces of nature, from hurricanes to volcanoes, tornadoes to avalanches and earthquakes. Rare footage reveals the Earth at its most violent. The making of Eyewitness (written and produced by Bill Butt ; director/cameraman Mike Kamei ; music by Guy Michelmore) shows the camera and computer techniques used in the production of the series opening screens." --
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
What scientific principle keeps coming up and up when designing Disney's theme park attractions? Trajectory! The Imagineers demonstrate how forces and motion play a leading role in creating rides like California Adventure's California Screamin' and Toy Story Midway Mania. Learn the definitions of projectile and Trajectory, see how Newton's First Law of Motion relates to these principles, and how to apply the physics of motion to predict and control...
Publisher
The Great Courses
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"In True Crime: Decoding the Evidence, a panel of experts walks you through the evidence of nearly a dozen cold cases, including infamous serial killings, Hollywood scandals, deaths caused by everyday substances, a prehistoric murder, and many more. With their combined expertise in history, chemistry, biology, and forensic anthropology, these experts grant you the opportunity to look at these events through the lenses of both history and contemporary...
16) Jane
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Looks back at Jane Goodall's career as a primatologist, animal rights advocate, and environmental activist. Comprised of present-day interview segments with Goodall and archival footage of her work studying chimpanzees at Tanzania's Gombe National Park shot by Hugo van Lawick in the 1960s for National Geographic." --
17) A plastic ocean
Publisher
Passion River
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
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Description
"An international team of adventurers, researchers, and Ocean ambassadors go on a mission around the globe to uncover the shocking truth about what is truly lurking beneath the surface our seemingly pristine ocean. The result will astound viewers, just as it did our adventurers, who captured never-before-seen images of marine life, plastic pollution, and its ultimate consequences for human health." --
Publisher
Questar
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
From wild and pure mountain lakes, where rivers begin, to magnificent coral reefs constructed by millions of coral polyps, this is an epic portrait of life's rich diversity. It presents eye-opening testimony to the dangers that threaten this precious, non-renewable resource.
20) Fluids
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
"What bit of science do the Imagineers turn to when they want to make a splash? Fluids! In this DVD, the Imagineers demonstrate how they use fluids to their advantage in constructing rides and attractions like Grizzly River Run and The Seas with Nemo and Friends. Students will learn that a fluid is any substance that flows or moves easily due to its molecular make-up. They will also discover how fluid dynamics help us learn how fluids move and behave...